The Syracuse Silver Knights' Jeff Hughes has been named the MISL's defensive player of the month.

Hughes has been a pivotal figure for the Silver Knights as they finished the month by winning three of their last four contests to move into second place in the MISL Eastern Division.

In addition to playing solidly in defense, Hughes has become a key figure in the Silver Knights’ attack, recording 20 points in six games while scoring at least three points in each of the team’s last five outings. Hughes now leads all defenders with 32 points this season, which is also good for sixth in the league.